A Brief History of Upshur County by G. H. Baird
"A Brief History of Upshur County" by G. H. Baird is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book delves into the origins, settlement, development, and changing dynamics of Upshur County in Texas, detailing the lives of early settlers, Indigenous populations, and significant events that shaped the region. Baird aims to document the transformations from a sparsely populated wilderness into a thriving community. The opening of the book sets thestage by describing the early conditions in Upshur County, emphasizing the contrast between its past wilderness and its modern state. It recounts how the area was originally inhabited by Indigenous peoples, particularly the Caddo and Cherokee tribes, before the waves of settlers arrived, largely spurred by opportunities presented in the wake of Texas' early republic days. Emphasizing the pioneers' struggles, the text paints a picture of log cabins, simple living conditions, and communal activities that marked early life in the county, alongside the natural resources that sustained them. Through various anecdotes and historical details, Baird brings to life the founding families, economic developments, and the evolution of both the county and its primary town, Gilmer. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Baird, G. H. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 73156955 |
| Title | A Brief History of Upshur County |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F350.5: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West |
| Subject | Upshur County (Tex.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55216 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 266 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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